MOT Status
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81,131 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Coil spring insecure Not seated properly within bottom location plate, repairs performed by examiner during test. (5.3.1 (a) (i))
How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?
Based on 2,960,045 MOT tests across 181,953 vehicles.
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YK16 VLS is a 2016 Land Rover Defender in Red with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.
Across all 2016 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 23,481 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Land Rover Defender fails its MOT is shock absorber has an excessively worn bush, accounting for 77,499 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YK16 VLS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Land Rover Defender typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 10 years old, this Land Rover Defender is still in the earlier part of its expected life.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of YK16 VLS?
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What year was YK16 VLS registered?
YK16 VLS is a 2016 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 25 March 2016.
Is YK16 VLS safe to buy?
The MOT history for YK16 VLS shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does YK16 VLS have outstanding finance?
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